Can eye strain and looking a computer screen for too long cause Nystagmus?
I’ve never read that eyestrain can cause nystagmus. I’ve read that everything from nutritional deficiencies to neurological problems to medications can cause it, or that it can be congenital (present at birth or shortly thereafter). I have had episodes of nystagmus before, but the physician attributed them to an ear and sinus infection after a CT scan of my head. My family has a history of brain tumors (brainstem and pituitary) and she wanted to make sure this wasn’t a possibility. I have also had some mild nystagmus in one eye due to an eye infection. If you’re having what you think is nystagmus, this doesn’t mean you have a brain tumor! If you aren’t actually diagnosed, and you’re having vision problems, see your physician. Sometimes sinus pressure can cause vision problems. I don’t have your health history, medications, eating/drinking habits, etc., so I can’t make more suggestions.
